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Doves

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Group. Formed 1998.

English indie rock band

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Biography

Doves are an English alt rock band, originating from Wilmslow. The band comprises brothers Jez Williams (guitar, vocals) and Andy Williams (drums, vocals), and Jimi Goodwin (bass, vocals, guitar). The members started working seriously together after meeting at The Haçienda in Manchester. Doves' unofficial fourth member is Martin Rebelski, who plays keyboards.

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BBC Reviews Really Simple Syndication

  1. Kingdom Of Rust 2009

    Kingdom of Rust

    Reviewed by Ian Wade

    Doves storm to the top of the pile. Absolutely brilliant.

  2. Some Cities 2005

    Some Cities

    Reviewed by Dan Tallis

    This is the sound of a band pushing themselves to the limit of their songwriting...

  3. The Last Broadcast 2002

    The Last Broadcast

    Reviewed by Dan Tallis

    ...Goodwin's ethereal vocals sound as if he's mourning loss of life and the eerie,...

  4. Lost Souls 2000

    Lost Souls

    Reviewed by Chris Beanland

    A deservedly successful record, and a Mercury favourite.

Now on the BBC

  1. Doves - At T In The Park

    Doves appear at this year's T In The Park

    Doves - At T In The Park

  2. Doves at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2009

    Watch a clip of the trio making their festival return at Radio 1's Big Weekend.

    Doves at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2009

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